Day: September 19, 2022

• World premiere of the QUANTRON QHM FCEV Heavy Truck, a tractor unit for heavy long-distance transport with a range of up to 1500 km
• Technology highlights on board with platform partners: Latest fuel cell technology from Ballard Power and integrated E-axle from Allison Transmission
• Presentation of the QUANTRON QHM BEV Truck, a near-production concept vehicle based on an all-electric platform with an operating range of up to 350 km
• Other highlights at the IAA Transportation
  • the QUANTRON QLI FCEV hydrogen transporter from 4.2 to 7.2 tons, which can be used for applications requiring an operating range of up to 500 km as well as for the last mile, and the all-electric QUANTRON QLI BEV as a transporter from 3.5 to 7.2 tons for the last mile
  • the all-electric QUANTRON CIZARIS 12 EV low-floor bus with a range of up to 370 km (according to SORT 2)

AUGSBURG, Germany, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Under the motto “People and Goods on the move”, this year’s IAA Transportation from 20th to 25th September 2022 in Hanover will focus on the sustainable switch to alternative drives for logistics and transport. As a technology and platform partner for OEMs, Quantron AG is one of the pioneers in the industry and offers conversions of diesel vehicles to battery and hydrogen-electric drives as well as the sale of its own zero-emission vehicles. At this year’s transport and commercial vehicle show, QUANTRON is presenting a number of zero-emission commercial vehicles which are based on the two self-developed hydrogen and battery-electric platforms respectively, and are currently among the vehicles with the longest operating ranges.

Hydrogen Truck World Premiere at IAA: QUANTRON QHM FCEV Platform

As part of a strategic partnership, QUANTRON has developed an FCEV Heavy Duty Truck together with one of the world’s leading hydrogen experts Ballard Power Systems. The QUANTRON QHM FCEV stands out through the use of state-of-the-art components, including the FCmove-XD 120 kW fuel cell newly developed by Ballard and the integrated eGen Power® 130D E-axle from Allison Transmission, a world leader in drive systems. In addition, QUANTRON offers an optionally available aero package for all QHM FCEV trucks which has been designed to improve the operating range by a further 10%.

As a tractor unit for heavy long-distance transport, the QUANTRON QHM FCEV 44-1000 makes a very impressive case through a set of unique selling propositions:

An operatingrange of around 700 km depending on the load and topographical requirements

• Integration of all components within the frame structure for maximum everyday suitability – in compliance with legal requirements and without any compromises in the dimensions
• Application of the ISO directive for tractor-trailer combinations to ensure interchangeability of semitrailers and tractor units at national and international level
• Long-distance driver’s cab
• Hydrogen tank of about 54 kg fully integrated in the chassis
• Optimized H2 consumption through specially developed intelligent Q-ENERGY management system
• Maximum efficiency in the interaction between E-axle, fuel cell, high-voltage battery and 24V as well as HV auxiliary consumers
• Available for immediate order and delivery in Q2 2023

Further highlight: semitrailer tractor version on the same basis for use in Norway:

QUANTRON QHM FCEV 60-2000 and QUANTRON QHM FCEV 44-2000 stand out from the competition through their exceptionally large tank capacities of up to 116 kg, which are fully integrated in the chassis and positioned behind the cab. This will enable ranges of up to 1500 km with a single H2 tank filling.

Under the designation QUANTRON QHM FCEV 27-1000, this configuration will also be available as a road train version for long-distance heavy load transports.

New electric truck platform: QUANTRON QHM BEV

As another world first, QUANTRON is presenting an all-electric heavy-duty truck platform at the IAA Transportation: the QUANTRON QHM BEV is available as the QUANTRON QHM BEV 44-400 tractor unit as well as the QUANTRON QHM BEV 27-400 chassis in a large number of variants. The up to 392 kWh high-voltage battery can be re-charged to provide a performance of up to 350 kW DC has an operating range of up to 350 km depending on weight and topographical requirements. The QUANTRON QHM BEV is already available for order.

For body manufacturers, the vehicles from Quantron AG offer the highest degree of standardization and body-friendliness. With a basic vehicle that is known to body manufacturers throughout Europe, many bodies can be installed and used as is usually the case without any problems.

Regarding the heavy QUANTRON QHM BEV vehicles in particular, electrification takes place without changing the power take-off technology in the area of ‘engine-dependent power take-off’ or ‘gearbox-dependent power take-off’. Even the position and installation space of the power take-offs and frame mountings remain the same. As a result, QUANTRON offers body manufacturers an optimal interface and solution that is unique in this segment. At the QUANTRON IAA Transportation stand, visitors can inspect the body-friendliness at first hand on the exhibits on display.

Other zero-emission highlights: QUANTRON QLI FCEV and QUANTRON CIZARIS 12 EV

With the QUANTRON QLI FCEV, QUANTRON is also presenting a light truck equipped with a Ballard Power hydrogen fuel cell drive that has an operating range of up to 500 km. This is now available to order in the 4.2 to 7.2 tonne class. The quiet and emission-free transporter can be used flexibly and for a wide range of applications thanks to its different body variants, in particular for longer distance tours but also for the last mile.

On the VanSelect partner stand, the all-electric QUANTRON QLI BEV transporter of 3.5 to 7.2 tonnes is on display and is the ideal zero-emission solution for intra-urban tasks in towns and municipalities. As a 3.5 t lightweight variant, this is characterized by its efficiency and suitability for everyday use, and designed to accommodate payloads of up to 1,000 kg (depending on the body). Classified as an N1 vehicle, it can already be driven with a Class B driving license and does not require any additional certificates.

Likewise being presented is the QUANTRON CIZARIS 12 EV. With its proven battery and traction technology, the all-electric bus offers a reliable, low-noise and environmentally friendly mobility solution with an operating range of up to 370 km (according to SORT 2).

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About Quantron AG

Quantron AG is a platform provider and specialist for sustainable mobility  for people and goods; in particular for trucks, buses and vans with fully electric powertrains and H₂ fuel cell technology. As a high-tech spinoff of the renowned Haller KG, the German company from Augsburg in Bavaria combines over 140 years of commercial vehicle experience with state-of-the-art e-mobility know-how and positions itself globally as a partner to existing OEMs.

With the Quantron-as-a-Service Ecosystem (QaaS), QUANTRON offers an overall concept that covers all facets of the mobility value chain: QUANTRON INSIDE includes a wide range of both new vehicles and conversions for existing and used vehicles from diesel to battery and hydrogen electric powertrains using the highly innovative QUANTRON INSIDE technology. In addition, Quantron AG sells batteries and integrated customized electrification concepts. QUANTRON CUSTOMER CARE ensures digital and physical aftersales solutions with a Europe-wide network of 700 service partners, as well as a service offering for maintenance, repair and spare parts, telematics and in-cloud solutions for remote diagnostics and fleet management. Customers receive individual solutions: rental, financing and leasing offers such as training courses and workshops at the QUANTRON Academy. In the future, QUANTRON ENERGY will realize the production of green hydrogen and electricity as a platform. To this end, Quantron AG has joined forces with strong global partners. This Hydrogen Alliance also forms an important building block for QUANTRON POWER STATION, the supply of vehicles with the necessary green charging and H₂ refueling infrastructure.

 QUANTRON stands for the core values Reliable, Energetic, Brave. The team of experts at the innovation driver for e-mobility is making a significant contribution to sustainable, environmentally friendly passenger and freight transport. You can find more information at www.quantron.net

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SINGAPORE, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — OneConnect Financial Technology Co., Ltd (“OneConnect” or the “Company”, Stock Code: 6638.HK), a leading Technology-as-a-Service (“TaaS”) provider, announced that it will help develop the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) SME Financing Platform, an integrated digital finance marketplace that will transform the financing services landscape for small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in the United Arab Emirates (UAE). Working with ADGM, the international financial centre in the capital of the UAE, the intelligent marketplace will help advance financial inclusion, enhance transparency, alleviate operational costs in SME finance and improve the overall customer experience for SMEs and funding organizations.

The ADGM SME Financing Platform will be an open and inclusive digital finance platform that improves SMEs’ access to financing. As a marketplace connecting various key stakeholders such as SMEs, multi-lenders and data sources from government agencies, and supported by a robust loan origination process which enables seamless transfer of data, the platform will enable better, faster and more risk-appropriate financing decisions to be made. The entire loan application process is made agile and simplified through the use of digital tools such as e-contracts and e-signatures.

As a result, SMEs will be able to access a wider range of financing options such as effective supply chain finance solutions. It will also give financiers such as banks and credit funds access to a wider pool of customers. Further, an intelligent recommendation engine will help SMEs identify the best-fit loan products available to them within the marketplace.

“At OneConnect, we believe in creating long term value for our clients. We listen to our client’s needs and deliver next generation omni-solutions which can cater to not only their present needs but their future needs as well. With ADGM, this is our second project, which is a direct reflection of our deepened client relationships and trust. We believe that great things in business are never done by one person! We learn from all to build for all. We are excited to bring our expertise in developing digital financial solutions for SMEs within the UAE region and eventually to Middle East and North Africa(MENA) region” said Ms Tan Bin Ru, CEO (Southeast Asia) of OneConnect Financial Technology.

Earlier, OneConnect had worked with ADGM to launch the Digital Lab in early 2021. The Digital Lab is UAE’s first Open API platform that allows financial institutions and FinTech innovators to collaborate and build the next generation of digital financial services.

“SMEs are a key contributor to economic growth and are deserving of an open and transparent marketplace for financial products,” said Dhaher bin Dhaher Al Muhairi, CEO of ADGM Registration Authority. “With the new platform, SMEs will find more convenient, affordable and effective financing solutions that will further improve the competitiveness and diversification of the UAE economy and transform the financing landscape in the MENA region.”

Despite challenges caused by the ongoing global COVID-19 pandemic, OneConnect has been successful in securing a new partnership building a strong relationship with ADGM. Through a comprehensive suite of technologies, a unique “Finance+Technology” business model and a customer-oriented approach, OneConnect will continue to explore future opportunities within the MENA region following the adoption of a cutting-edge platform by a leading financial centre and common law jurisdiction in the region.

RIYADH, Saudi Arabia, Sept. 19, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — WeRide, a global leading company in autonomous driving, collaborated with the Saudi Company for Artificial Intelligence (SCAI) to launch of the first dynamic display route of the driverless robobus (WeRide Mini Robobus) at the 2022 Global AI Summit held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia. This is the first fully driverless test ride of robobus in the Middle East country and it will take place from Sep. 19th to 22nd.

Previously, WeRide launched the first driverless public Robotaxi service in the Middle East in Abu Dhabi, capital of the United Arab Emirates. The launch of the driverless robobus in Riyadh becomes another important milestone in WeRide’s global footprint, attributed to its best-in-class autonomous driving technology and its rich commercial experience in the Middle East.

The Global Artificial Intelligence Summit (GAIS) is a prominent global event organized by the Saudi Authority for Data and Artificial Intelligence (SDAIA). Dr. Yan Li, co-founder, and CTO of WeRide, gave a speech on “Smart Cities,” sharing his insights on how autonomous driving may improve future urban life.

Dr. Yan Li said, “Riyadh is a city full of innovation, and its smart city ecology is rapidly developing. Autonomous driving is an important part of the smart city ecosystem. The launch of WeRide’s robobus in Riyadh is a very exciting exploration for both Riyadh and WeRide. Based on the premise of prioritizing safety, L4 autonomous driving technology not only improves the efficiency and experience of future urban mobility, but also redefines the travel space. We can envision that the smart city will be connected by different scenes and varied autonomous driving products and solutions in the future.”

Since its establishment in 2017, WeRide has offered an all-rounded product mix of Robotaxi, Mini Robobus, Robovan, Robo Street Sweeper, and Advanced Driving Solution across the widest range of use cases, including online ride-hailing, on-demand transport, urban logistics, street cleaning and L2+/L3 solution. WeRide’s cumulative autonomous mileage has reached over 12,000,000 kilometers. It has conducted autonomous driving R&D, testing, as well as trial and commercial operations in 25 cities and five countries around the world.

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